Leicester City host Midlands rivals West Bromwich Albion in the Championship on Monday night.
Both sides have endured challenging campaigns to date and are rooted in mid-table. The Foxes’ hopes of an instant return to the Premier League are fading after three defeats in their last four games. Leicester languish in 14th and are seven points adrift of the play-off places.
The Foxes will aim to bounce back from a setback at Sheffield United on New Year’s Day. A disappointing performance resulted in a 3-1 defeat to the struggling Blades at Bramall Lane.
Things are even less positive at West Brom, who sit 18th as things stand. The Baggies have also lost three of their last four Championship games.
Another quick turnaround ⏳#LEIWBA pic.twitter.com/RyIqbiH5jM
— Leicester City (@LCFC) January 3, 2026
Leicester City team news
Martí Cifuentes remains without several squad members, including Aaron Ramsey. The midfielder sustained a hamstring injury against Derby last week and will again miss out.
Fellow midfielder Boubakary Soumare is another in the treatment room, alongside defensive duo Harry Souttar and Victor Kristiansen.
Leicester City predicted lineup
Leicester predicted XI: Stolarczyk; Pereira, Okoli, Nelson, Thomas; James, Choudhury; Fatawu, De Cordova-Reid, Mavididi; Ayew.
When will the match kick off?
The Championship fixture takes place at The King Power Stadium on Monday 5th January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 8pm GMT.
How to watch Leicester City vs West Brom
You can watch the game live on Sky Sports Football and Main Event from 7:30pm.
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